Insider Espionage in Technology Businesses: Lessons from the Military and Government Security Agencies

PhD, MBA, MSIT, MArch

Nwankama Nwankama

As an MBA candidate in Competitive Intelligence and Analytics at American Military University, I conducted this research under the guidance of Colonel Jonathan S. Lockwood, PhD, MSSI (US Army), to address a critical threat: insider espionage in tech firms. High-profile breaches, often perpetrated by trusted engineers and system administrators, have cost companies billions—yet many still lack effective countermeasures.

I discovered that the military and intelligence communities have spent decades refining strategies to detect and deter insider threats. By analyzing declassified cases, government reports, and security protocols, my research identifies behavioral patterns, vulnerabilities, and proven mitigation tactics that businesses can adopt. Unlike generic cybersecurity advice, this study provides actionable insights tailored to high-risk technical roles—systems administrators, network engineers, and other specialists with deep access.

If your organization handles sensitive IP, proprietary tech, or competitive data, this research is essential. Why reinvent security strategies when the military has already tested them under extreme conditions? Download the full study to learn how competitive intelligence principles, combined with military-grade counterespionage tactics, can protect your business from within.

Download the research for FREE and uncover ways to defend your company with intelligence—before the next insider strike happens.